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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Occidental College. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are an Occidental College student, please check with the International Programs Office for guidelines on enrolling in a study abroad program and receiving credit for your study abroad experience. If your university has listed recommended programs below, please consider them first and contact any of the program providers referenced in the reviews listed below for more information
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No important dates configured."I definitely improved my Spanish through this program and had a wonderful experience with my host mom as well as the other American student I was housed with. I think the Sol program is particularly tailored to the student who hasn't travelled as much in the past, although there were many of us who had international travel exper..."
Julia M Occidental College
"My Spanish got better, I learned so much about indigenous rights, and I think most importantly the program challenged me to think differently about development and the way we view the earth and its resources in general. It was definitely worthwhile, and I'm positive this experience has impacted the future I envision for myself. "
Janet S Occidental College
"I learned about the vibrant Spanish culture and people. It was extremely worthwhile. "
A student Occidental College
"Choosing to study abroad was one of the best decisions I ever made. Not only did I learn so much about Spain and the Spanish culture and language, I grew as a person as well. I would highly recommend studying abroad, especially with IES and in Madrid. "
Claudia D Occidental College
"My favorite thing about IES Rome was the amount of field studies incorporated into our daily classes. At least 3 times a week, our professors would take us to a site in Rome for a two hour class on what we were seeing. I saw museums, monuments, archeological sites, and even villas all during class time. Seeing the typical sites ..."
A student Occidental College
"I got to try to new things, eat amazing food, make friends across the world, and experience independence/personal growth. It was totally worthwhile. "
Jessica G Occidental College
"It enriched my life and perspective with new cultural and personal experiences. It increased my global perspective and strayed away from a U.S. centric one. Also, on an emotional level, it forced me to grow as a person by making me take on challenges that I never would have thought I would be able to do. It was completely worthw..."
Nina P Occidental College
"I learned how to live independently and assert myself into a foreign culture, and yes it was worthwhile"
A student Occidental College
"What I realized most studying abroad in Granada was that Spanish people (and probably a lot of non-Americans) are much more relaxed. And I've been trying to adopt some of that into my life to enjoy life more and be less stressed. It's a beautiful thing."
Morgan F Occidental College
"This experience reinforced my desire to become a diplomat or a representative for the U.S. in Europe. In addition, Germany definitely increased my interest in immigration issues. In fact, I hope to return to Germany soon, to continue to study German identity and immigration. "
Juan J Occidental College
